Short-term rental permit rules in Pima County, AZ — also called Airbnb permits, vacation rental licenses, or STR registration — list the application steps, fees, and operating requirements for hosting.
ARS §11-269.17 preempts county bans on STRs. Pima County may require a local STR license/permit (fee capped at $250). State TPT license required; must appear in all advertising. STR operators must maintain $500,000 liability insurance. ADUs built after Sep 14, 2024 used as STRs require owner occupancy.
ARS §11-269.17 (county counterpart to ARS §9-500.39) prevents Pima County from banning STRs in unincorporated areas but permits: local health/safety regulation, noise enforcement, and business licensing (up to $250 fee). All STR operators must hold a valid state TPT license. State law mandates $500,000 liability insurance coverage. STRs may not be used for special events requiring permits, retail, restaurants, banquet space, or similar nonresidential uses. ADUs granted certificate of occupancy after September 14, 2024 may only be used as STRs while owner resides on property.
Operating without TPT license: state enforcement. Permit violations: suspension up to 12 months after 3 verified violations.
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